INTRODUCTION: Hello and welcome to the NAHS Earth Science course website! My name is Mr. McHugh. As you can tell from the picture below, I love traveling and hiking. I also love playing and listening to music, video games, bowling, fishing, camping, and learning about wild plants and animals. Just take a look at the geology of the island pictured here. Over time, ocean levels rise and fall, mountains and islands are created and destroyed, organisms evolve and the majority become extinct. Science is all around us and no matter what science courses you take now and in the future, remember one thing..... the purpose of all science is to better understand and explain life and the entire known universe.
This is my earth science student example page; it has several purposes. First, it serves as an example of the type of webpage you will create during this course. Second, it is where I will put an example of each project that you will be required to complete during this course. The purpose of this page is mainly to compare it to your own page as we progress through the course so that you have a good example to follow. Note: in addition to uploading your major projects here, you will also be required to upload certain class assignments. (I will let you know which ones as we progress through the course.)
Finally, you should notice a couple of tabs at the top of any wikispace page, namely "discussion" and "history." "Discussion" is just that.... a way for you to communicate your thoughts, questions etc. about any given page. NOTE: Anyone can and will see this (including me) SO KEEP IT CLEAN! "History" is just that... a way for me to see WHO has edited ANY given page, WHEN, and HOW! SO DO NOT MAKE ANY FOOLISH EDITS! YOUR CONDUCT ONLINE IS SUBJECT TO THE REGULAR SCHOOL DISCIPLINE SYSTEM!
MY EARTH SCIENCE PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
ASSIGNMENT 5: Solar System Formation and Leftovers
Directions: The current estimated age of the known universe is approximately 13.73 billion years old. The current estimated age of our solar system is approximately 4.5 billion years old. Your job is to use your notes and the Internet to EXPLAIN HOW A TYPICAL SOLAR SYSTEM IS FORMED and to describe the remnants that are left over from the formation. Make sure to correctly use these 16 terms within your explanation: nebula, terrestrial planet, gas giant, planetesimal, planet, satellite (moon), asteroid, asteroid belt, meteor, meteoroid, meteorite, comet, nucleus, coma, Kuiper belt, Oort cloud. The EXPLANATION should be sequential (follows the correct series of steps in the actual formation of the solar system). You may work in groups of no more than 2 people to complete this assignment and you will be given at least 2 class periods. When done, make sure to copy the complete summary to the second partner's wiki so I may grant credit. NOTE: This can be typed in paragraph format or as a series of sequential steps, but either way your notes are a good guide to follow.
Your grade for this will be comprised of:
correct use of the 16 terms = 16
quality / organization of overall explanation = 2
1 good supporting image of "Solar System Formation" = 2
Total = 20 points
ASSIGNMENT 4: Rock Forming Minerals
Directions: Many of the minerals we learned about during chapter 4 are the chief "rock-forming minerals." Next, we are going to investigate the 3 major rock types: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. Your job during this assignment is to search the Internet for a common rock that is composed of 2 or more of the minerals listed in bold below and to describe how that rock forms from those minerals (1 good paragraph in your own words). You must include a picture of the minerals themselves, a picture of the rock, and a picture illustrating the process by which the rock forms (Include captions describing your images). The chief rock forming minerals are: Calcite, Feldspar, Quartz, Augite, Garnet, Hornblende, Kaolin, Biotite Mica and Muscovite Mica. Many many rocks are formed from these minerals so begin with some simple Internet research on "common rocks" formed from the most common minerals on our list. You can have one partner, but again make sure the completed assignment appears on both of your wikis. You will have class time today and tomorrow only. I would begin by copying the table below onto your wiki or inserting a table of your own. Good luck!
Grading for assignment 4 is based on the following: 20 points total 5 points for the paragraph description of how the rock forms 5 points for the picture showing how the rock forms 5points for the pictures of the minerals involved 5 points for thepicture of the rock you're describing
How the rock _ typically forms. Explain in a few sentences.
Insert a picture illustrating the process by which the rock forms.
Insert a picture or pictures of some or all of the minerals that compose the rock
Insert a picture of the rock you are describing.
ASSIGNMENT 3: Mineral Properties
Directions: Here you will work to create a description of 7 mineral properties on your wiki. The 7 mineral properties are: luster, streak, hardness, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity, and "special / unique." Your job is to define each property and give examples. Also explain how that property is used to identify mineral samples. You must also include a minimum of 1 image for each mineral property.
You should begin by copying the table below to your wiki.Next, complete the table by finding the necessary images, definitions, examples, etc. from the Internet. You may work with a partner, but make sure the completed work appears on each of your wikis since that is where I will go to grade the work.
Grading for assignment 3 is based on the following: 25 points total 7 points for the definitions 7 points for the descriptions of how the properties are used 7 points for the images
4 points for good organization on your wiki (table format is preferred)
Mineral Property
Definition
Description: How is it used to ID unknown minerals?
Supporting Images
Luster
Streak
Hardness
Cleavage
Fracture
Specific Gravity
Special / Unique
(examples include magnetism, fluorescence, smell, etc.)
ASSIGNMENT 2: Map Projections
Directions: You will work with 1 partner to describe the following map projections: Mercator, Conic, and Gnomic.
Log in to your wiki. Click "Edit"
Insert a heading for assignment 2 like the one above.
The quick way
Copy the map projections table below and paste it into your wiki. Then explain the benefits, drawbacks and uses of each in the column on the left. (Use your notes and/or the Internet) Save your work and make sure completed work appears on both of your wikis for grading.
The long way
Click on your editor toolbar and insert a 2-column and 3-row table. (It will be small and faint gray)
Now insert the map projection images you get from the Internet in the left column. In the right column, explain any benefits or drawbacks of each projection as well as practical uses. (Use your notes and/or Internet) Save your work and make sure completed work appears on both of your wikis for grading.
This is a Mercator map projection. Go on to explain benefits, drawbacks, uses.....
http://www.math.ubc.ca/~israel/m103/mercator.png
This is a gnomic map projection. Go on to explain benefits, drawbacks, uses....
Directions: Work with a partner to explain one example of an interaction__ between 2 of the earth systems we discussed in class. The systems are described in your notes. Your job is to type one paragraph explaining how they interact and to include at least 1 supporting image. Don't forget to make sure that the completed assignment is copied onto both of your wikis for grading purposes.
example: Lithosphere and Hydrosphere Weathering is the breaking down of Earth's rocks, soils and minerals through direct contact with the planet's atmosphere which contains water vapor (a part of Earth's hydrosphere). Through this process Earth's lithosphere is worn away slowly over time and sediments are laid down in new areas. These sediments will eventually form new rocks of Earth's crust. Magma cooling: Sometimes lava (magma that is pushed above Earth's surface comes into contact with ocean water (a part of the hydrosphere). This cool water rapidly cools the lava; turning it into the newest crustal rocks. (basalt in many cases).
Hello and welcome to the NAHS Earth Science course website! My name is Mr. McHugh. As you can tell from the picture below, I love traveling and hiking. I also love playing and listening to music, video games, bowling, fishing, camping, and learning about wild plants and animals. Just take a look at the geology of the island pictured here. Over time, ocean levels rise and fall, mountains and islands are created and destroyed, organisms evolve and the majority become extinct. Science is all around us and no matter what science courses you take now and in the future, remember one thing..... the purpose of all science is to better understand and explain life and the entire known universe.
This is my earth science student example page; it has several purposes. First, it serves as an example of the type of webpage you will create during this course. Second, it is where I will put an example of each project that you will be required to complete during this course. The purpose of this page is mainly to compare it to your own page as we progress through the course so that you have a good example to follow. Note: in addition to uploading your major projects here, you will also be required to upload certain class assignments. (I will let you know which ones as we progress through the course.)
Finally, you should notice a couple of tabs at the top of any wikispace page, namely "discussion" and "history." "Discussion" is just that.... a way for you to communicate your thoughts, questions etc. about any given page. NOTE: Anyone can and will see this (including me) SO KEEP IT CLEAN! "History" is just that... a way for me to see WHO has edited ANY given page, WHEN, and HOW! SO DO NOT MAKE ANY FOOLISH EDITS! YOUR CONDUCT ONLINE IS SUBJECT TO THE REGULAR SCHOOL DISCIPLINE SYSTEM!
MY EARTH SCIENCE PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
- ASSIGNMENT 5: Solar System Formation and Leftovers
Directions: The current estimated age of the known universe is approximately 13.73 billion years old. The current estimated age of our solar system is approximately 4.5 billion years old. Your job is to use your notes and the Internet to EXPLAIN HOW A TYPICAL SOLAR SYSTEM IS FORMED and to describe the remnants that are left over from the formation. Make sure to correctly use these 16 terms within your explanation: nebula, terrestrial planet, gas giant, planetesimal, planet, satellite (moon), asteroid, asteroid belt, meteor, meteoroid, meteorite, comet, nucleus, coma, Kuiper belt, Oort cloud. The EXPLANATION should be sequential (follows the correct series of steps in the actual formation of the solar system). You may work in groups of no more than 2 people to complete this assignment and you will be given at least 2 class periods. When done, make sure to copy the complete summary to the second partner's wiki so I may grant credit. NOTE: This can be typed in paragraph format or as a series of sequential steps, but either way your notes are a good guide to follow.Your grade for this will be comprised of:
correct use of the 16 terms = 16
quality / organization of overall explanation = 2
1 good supporting image of "Solar System Formation" = 2
Total = 20 points
- ASSIGNMENT 4: Rock Forming Minerals
Directions: Many of the minerals we learned about during chapter 4 are the chief "rock-forming minerals." Next, we are going to investigate the 3 major rock types: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. Your job during this assignment is to search the Internet for a common rock that is composed of 2 or more of the minerals listed in bold below and to describe how that rock forms from those minerals (1 good paragraph in your own words). You must include a picture of the minerals themselves, a picture of the rock, and a picture illustrating the process by which the rock forms (Include captions describing your images). The chief rock forming minerals are: Calcite, Feldspar, Quartz, Augite, Garnet, Hornblende, Kaolin, Biotite Mica and Muscovite Mica. Many many rocks are formed from these minerals so begin with some simple Internet research on "common rocks" formed from the most common minerals on our list. You can have one partner, but again make sure the completed assignment appears on both of your wikis. You will have class time today and tomorrow only. I would begin by copying the table below onto your wiki or inserting a table of your own. Good luck!Grading for assignment 4 is based on the following:
20 points total
5 points for the paragraph description of how the rock forms
5 points for the picture showing how the rock forms
5 points for the pictures of the minerals involved
5 points for the picture of the rock you're describing
- ASSIGNMENT 3: Mineral Properties
Directions: Here you will work to create a description of 7 mineral properties on your wiki. The 7 mineral properties are: luster, streak, hardness, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity, and "special / unique." Your job is to define each property and give examples. Also explain how that property is used to identify mineral samples. You must also include a minimum of 1 image for each mineral property.You should begin by copying the table below to your wiki. Next, complete the table by finding the necessary images, definitions, examples, etc. from the Internet. You may work with a partner, but make sure the completed work appears on each of your wikis since that is where I will go to grade the work.
Grading for assignment 3 is based on the following:
25 points total
7 points for the definitions
7 points for the descriptions of how the properties are used
7 points for the images
4 points for good organization on your wiki (table format is preferred)
(examples include magnetism, fluorescence, smell, etc.)
- ASSIGNMENT 2: Map Projections
Directions: You will work with 1 partner to describe the following map projections: Mercator, Conic, and Gnomic.- Log in to your wiki. Click "Edit"
- Insert a heading for assignment 2 like the one above.
The quick wayCopy the map projections table below and paste it into your wiki. Then explain the benefits, drawbacks and uses of each in the column on the left. (Use your notes and/or the Internet) Save your work and make sure completed work appears on both of your wikis for grading.
The long way
- ASSIGNMENT 1: Earth Systems Interactions
Directions: Work with a partner to explain one example of an interaction__ between 2 of the earth systems we discussed in class. The systems are described in your notes. Your job is to type one paragraph explaining how they interact and to include at least 1 supporting image. Don't forget to make sure that the completed assignment is copied onto both of your wikis for grading purposes.example: Lithosphere and Hydrosphere
Weathering is the breaking down of Earth's rocks, soils and minerals through direct contact with the planet's atmosphere which contains water vapor (a part of Earth's hydrosphere). Through this process Earth's lithosphere is worn away slowly over time and sediments are laid down in new areas. These sediments will eventually form new rocks of Earth's crust. Magma cooling: Sometimes lava (magma that is pushed above Earth's surface comes into contact with ocean water (a part of the hydrosphere). This cool water rapidly cools the lava; turning it into the newest crustal rocks. (basalt in many cases).